Stopped by during a visit to Knox and I will now be stopping by every time I'm in town. Their…read moreseasonal menu was super unique and delicious! Not your usual fall PSL which I really appreciated. The coffee was delicious and perfectly balanced with the flavored lattes tasting both like their respective flavors and also still like coffee! The best! The staff was so friendly and smiling. It appeared as though they like their jobs, which in my opinion makes a place so much more enjoyable! They also were giving away orange bows in remembrance for a coworker and community member. I thought this was a nice touching gesture and shows just how community oriented they are!

Situated perfectly a few doors down from Bear Den Books, Treetop is both a mobile coffee truck…read more(we've seen them out-and-about around town) and this brick and mortar awesomeness. Inside, it has a touch of 70's flair and midcentury pizzazz in a small but serene space. Seating is limited, with a few cozy seating spots and many bar seats and low-top tables. The wi-fi was rockin' and many outlets being put to good, techie use. The barista warmly greeted us and quickly got to work with our creations-a cold brew and a hot latte. There is a $1 upgrade for dairy alternatives and any sugar and sweetener is in a self-serve area, not added into the drink (although the barista asked me if that's okay, thus, I think she would have added if I preferred that). They have sugar and stevia, as an FYI for anyone who wants/needs a different option. They have a few baked treats and a few seasonal coffee flavors and add-in flavors and beyond that, the drink menu is simplistic. My latte was the creamiest, foamiest latte in all the land. The coffee itself was a touch more bitter than we like but we were able to doctor it up nicely with stevia. Cute spot with a lovely view of the surrounding, scenic neighborhood.

Seed Coffee is my go-to spot to get work done. It's in a repurposed old church, so there's so much…read morespace--perfect whether you want a quiet corner or a big table to spread out. What makes it even better is their mission. They partner with coffee growers in places like Haiti and invest back into those communities, so your coffee is actually doing some good too. Food and drinks are also on point. The "Mamba" is a spicy peanut butter spread on a bagel--simple but so good and a little different. I also loved the orange popsicle matcha--super refreshing and just fun. Great coffee, great space, and a spot you can feel good about supporting.

Man, this place was popping on a Sunday morning, and for good reason! The coffee was absolutely…read moredelicious, and I love the unique concept of repurposing an old church into such a creative space. The prices were great, and my order came out quickly. There are so many cozy nooks and corners where you can relax or catch up with friends, and they even have conference rooms, how cool is that? Such a fun spot with great vibes all around!

I don't know what a Capybara is, but the coffee tastes good, is reasonably priced, and they have…read moreexcellent service with a lot of smiles. It is a clean well lit cafe. It is tastefully decorated. The ambience is good - not to quiet but quiet enough to get some laptop ping done - as evidenced by the good groups of patrons.

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD DO NOT GET THE ORANGE ESPRESSO TONIC ICED DRINK. It taste like vomit in a cup!…read moreAnd they would not exchange it for another drink that didn't taste like a sin to coffee. I guess they don't understand what good customer service looks like. However, the bourbon caramel latte was very good both hot and iced and the carrot cake muffin (don't remember the name of it) was also very good! I would have given them 5 stars if it wasn't for that awful tonic drink and bad service. It was a cute place, I would go back. I would just be careful trying fun drinks knowing how bad that seasonal one was.

What a great coffee and tea bar addition to Harding Valley. I love the fact that you can sample…read moretheir tap-served nitro, especially those made with bourbon barrel roasted beans. My friend's blueberry bourbon nitro smelled incredible and tasted just as good. I was surprised that they serve hot nitro too, and alcoholic drinks. I got a matcha latte and the whisking was done perfectly and professionally. I'm obsessed with their commitment to all natural ingredients, no sweeteners or artificial flavors. I would love to come back and try their espresso martini or masala chai with a pastry next time.

I really liked Intrepid! The decaf coffee nitro paired really well with maple syrup & the french…read morevanilla tea went nicely with the honey. I loved the foam that comes with nitro--lends to a smooth finish & pleasant mouthfeel. Next time, I would probably get half sweet, but I still enjoyed it. The service was great, too. The barista was super helpful & friendly. I wish I caught her name! The space was great for hanging out with friends & doing laptop work. A bit loud though to study or do deep work. All in all, I'd love to come back!

Yes there's a wait. It moved at a fine pace and the weather was quite breezy so we didn't really…read moremind. Everyone in line was chatting or observing and it just comes with the territory. More importantly, it's totally worth it. We got a box of goodies and they were all fantastic. You can taste the quality of the products they use. You can taste the butter. It's just lovely. My husband also really liked his latte. We sat inside and ate some of our goodies. We took the rest home for my mum for Mother's Day. My family loved them, too. Nice space. We also bought some whole wheat flour as a gift while there. Will absolutely go back when I'm in the area.

I love this bakery. That is all. But in all seriousness, their croissants are decadent and their…read morecoffee is delicous. They sell out of their pastries really quickly. So, would highly recommend visiting early in the morning to have all the options available.

Daughter & I need to kill time prior to flight home. She wanted spot to study too, this was…read moreperfect. Sat by front window to people watch. Knoxville is decent size city but sleepier with all the students gone during the summer. Ordered our drinks plus bfast burrito for me. Everything was good but the staff really highlighted our visit- sweet, efficient and personable - great reflection of Knoxville.

Cute spot near downtown Knoxville…read more There's a decent amount of seating inside and there wasn't too many people ordering on a weekday morning. I ordered a chorizo breakfast burrito and a coffee. The coffee was not too sweet and tasted great but I wouldnt say it was strong. The burrito came out nice and hot with a side of salsa. The salsa is a store bought salsa and I would've loved to see a homemade salsa instead. I'd definitely go back here again if I was in town for a quick filling breakfast.

We love stopping by this little cafe. They have great coffee and you can tell they care about what…read morethey're doing. They have awesome nooks for you to tuck in and do work or get things done.

Fantastic stop this morning on the way to the office…read more Grabbed a vanilla bean latte and a prosciutto and Gruyère croissant and both were ready in a few minutes.

A bank turned into a coffee shop! Cool ambiance where you can have your coffee in a vault. I really…read moreenjoyed the chaider my new obsession chai and cider mixed! The pastries were kind of mid in my opinion. Ample seating and a good environment for remote work. They also have a good amount of parking and it's all free.

Cool old bank vibe with places to hang out including in the old vault. Really liked the latte…read more Super kind baristas. Kinda wish I could do a pour over here, but the Cortado and lattes were awesome. They make all of their own syrups! I'd go back.

We spent an overnight near Knoxville and when we searched for a coffee house we landed on Awaken…read moreCoffee. The vibe is very cool; laid back and comfortable. I ordered a standard hot latte no added flavor just 2% milk. What I got was a full bodied, rich and smooth cup of coffee. The roast has no bitterness. Very enjoyable. My wife asked for something sweet hot and they recommended a latte with honey and cayenne. It was just right. Kick of heat and not too sweet. A surprising star of our visit was an apple tart! It paired so well with our coffees. It was fresh and a nice balance of crisp tart and warm apple. We also brought one of our dogs with us and Awaken is very pet friendly. There was also another pet owner chilling at a nearby table. Great stop. We highly recommend Awaken if you are in the area. Be advised that parking is paid in the area.

Home made syrups, friendly staff, and a welcoming interior make for a fantastic coffee shop in the…read moreKnoxville, Old Town section. Coffee was really good, with chicory cold brew and a wide range of options for home made syrups to customize lattes.

The Plaid Apron is such a cute little spot in a charming area! We discovered it while looking for a…read morehealthy breakfast / brunch option, and I'm so glad we found it. I ordered a Tartine dish topped with a poached egg (sourdough was chef's kiss) and my husband ordered the Patty Melt. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and delicious ~ you can tell they put care into creating their menu, and the prices were very reasonable. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and the service was good, too. I would definitely return next time I'm in Knoxville!

Finally was able to give this venue a try at long last! Solid 4.5 out of 5 for a morning breakfast…read morevisit. The venue was nice inside and very clean. The staff were also helpful to bring out everything very timely and checked in often. The coffee was ON POINT! The food has some highs and lows, with the eggs and bacon being the standouts. The bread of the cinnamon roll and toast had gotten a bit stiff but was still really good. We will do our best to try and come back when we can! Definitely come and give it a go!